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Teacup

Object Name:
Teacup
Object ID:
1940.016.01.20
Creator:
Worcester Porcelain Company
Place of Origin:
Worcester, England
Date:
1770-1778
Description:
Teacup -Molded white porcelain with clear glaze; rounded, fluted body with curved base, scalloped rim, applied scrolled loop handle, and short, straight foot. Blue ("dry blue") enamel flowers hand-painted overglaze around exterior and on center of interior. Band of gold enamel overglaze dentils around inside rim. Tape adhesive label on bottom, "Loan from/ M. H. Jewell/ 1940." Made by the Worcester Porcelain Company. One of 5 handless teacups; part of a 22-piece set.
Material:
Ceramic
Porcelain - Soft paste
Dimensions:
H-1.9 Dia-3.1 inches
Credit Line:
Gift of Margaret H. Jewell
Subjects:
Flowers, Dentils, Tea
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